Don’t you detest why employees quit shortly after being hired? You go through the exhausting hiring process – sifting through countless resumes and conducting interviews – only to watch your new hire quit shortly after joining.
Why Employees Quit After Hiring
Often, employees quit because they feel the role is “not a good fit” or “more than they anticipated.” Some cite personal commitments like family or pets. However, the real reasons are often unspoken and rooted in overwhelm or miscommunication.
Consider Holly, a hire in a small business. She trained during her boss’s vacation and excelled at her tasks. But when her boss returned, she resigned the very next day. Holly explained, “I don’t understand what he wants, and I can’t keep up.” Fortunately, we reset her onboarding and introduced strategies to prevent such issues.
Kolbe: A Solution When Employees Quit
Kolbe is a powerful tool for understanding working styles. By sharing Kolbe insights with your team, you can reduce stress caused by miscommunication. For instance, recognizing how a Quick Start operates versus a Fact Finder can address misunderstandings before they escalate.
The Gap®: Addressing Employee Overwhelm
The Strategic Coach® developed “The Gap” to highlight the frustration employees feel when focusing solely on what they have yet to achieve. New hires often feel daunted by the distance between being untrained and fully capable.
A structured training plan with clear milestones can help bridge The Gap. When employees know what is expected at each stage, they’re less likely to feel overwhelmed.
Why Employees Quit Without Support
Retaining great employees begins with proper onboarding and support. we integrate Kolbe and The Gap strategies into our Smart Hire™ Solution process to foster team cohesion and understanding.
Prevent Employees from Quitting
If you’re tired of losing hires shortly after onboarding, it’s time to change your approach. These methods can make all the difference.
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